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bryansays bryansays
 
December 16, 2008 11:28 PM

Can dogs become dizzy like humans?

This question came about because when I play with my dog with a laser light, she can spin around in a circle for minutes and doesn't seem to get dizzy. Is this true?
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andy andy
 
 December 17, 2008 12:19 AM
While dogs may be able to keep their balance better than humans while turning in circles (or chasing laser lights), they still have the same inner-ear mechanisms that allow them to become dizzy. In doing a little research, I even saw that there is a condition called vestibular disease (commonly referred to as "Dizzy Dog") that can lead to the infection or inflammation of a dog's middle ear - causing them to act Dizzy.
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bryansays bryansays
 
December 17, 2008 12:22 AM
Very interesting. See I learned something. Thanks Andy!

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stevex stevex
 
December 16, 2008 11:31 PM
Definitely. Search YouTube for "dizzy dog" for proof. Maybe your dog needs more spinning. :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6G3GfxR_xY


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bryansays bryansays
 
December 17, 2008 12:23 AM
I need more proof. I want to see a dog fall on the ground like we do when we are too dizzy. :)

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tiburone tiburone
 
December 17, 2008 12:34 AM
well my little doxy gets dizzy if i am holding him and spin. but with the lazer pointer it may be because he is focusing on something, like shen you are on a boat and they have you watch the horizon to combat motion sickness

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mrhelmsc mrhelmsc
 
December 17, 2008 03:49 AM
Yes. The equilibrium exists in all mammals

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